In order to make better use of lignin, the adsorption function of lignin needs to be improved.Lignin and its extraction methods are described in detail.The related technical methods for preparing lignin into adsorbent and the application fields of lignin adsorbent are summarized.It is judged that the deep eutectic solvent extraction method is better than other preparation methods, and has the advantages such as environmental friendship, low cost and high efficiency.It is of potential research value that the adsorption of lignin is improved through changing its structure by chemical reaction or adding activator.